5-bedroom flat · EH4 3AB
Listing removedListed 42 days · slow let
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About
Magnificent five bedroom Georgian garden apartment with private garden and balcony in Edinburgh's prestigious West End.
Occupying the ground and lower ground floors of an imposing Georgian townhouse, this exceptional five bedroom property offers over 2,000 sq ft of beautifully presented family accommodation, combining magnificent period architecture with stylish contemporary living.
Benefiting from a private balcony, direct access to a landscaped rear garden, private courtyard, under pavement cellar storage and residents' parking, the property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy substantial family accommodation in the heart of the capital.
Accommodation comprises: Ground floor – Hall; Elegant bay windowed drawing room with exquisite original cornicing, impressive ceiling heights with log burning stove; Dining kitchen with superb entertaining and family space, complete with a large central island, pantry and French doors opening onto a private balcony with views across the mature garden below; Cloakroom/WC; Single bedroom/study; Stairs down to lower ground level.
Lower ground floor – Main door entrance; Sitting room with direct access to the private rear garden; Generous principal bedroom with en-suite shower room; Second double bedroom with en-suite shower room; Third double bedroom; Study/Bedroom 5; Utility room; Family bathroom.
Externally, the property enjoys a private courtyard immediately adjoining the lower ground accommodation and a beautifully established private rear garden arranged over several levels, offering a wonderful mix of patio seating areas, mature planting and lawn.
An under-pavement cellar store is included and there is permit parking available.
Underfloor heating to parts of the property, gas central heating, partial double glazing and a solid fuel stove further enhance this unique home.
Buckingham Terrace forms part of Edinburgh's highly regarded West End, a prestigious residential address renowned for its grand Victorian and Georgian architecture, leafy surroundings and excellent proximity to the city centre.
Residents enjoy easy access to an outstanding selection of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and boutique shops found throughout the West End and nearby Stockbridge.
Dean Village, the Water of Leith Walkway, Inverleith Park and the Royal Botanic Garden are all within easy reach.
The area is particularly popular with families thanks to its outstanding selection of both state and independent schooling, including Flora Stevenson Primary School and Broughton High School, together with some of Edinburgh's most highly regarded independent schools, such as Erskine Stewart Melville, St George's School for Girls, Fettes College and the Edinburgh Academy.
The property is ideally positioned for access to the capital's financial district, Haymarket Station and the Edinburgh tram and bus network.
PLEASE NOTE: The level of furnishing can be discussed by separate negotiation.
Deposit: £4,200 Furnished/Unfurnished Council Tax Band: G EPC Rating: C Landlord Registration: 1809989/230/24082 LARN1903047 EPC Rating: C Council Tax Band: G
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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